Patient Instructions for before and after the vasectomy procedure.
What to do prior to the procedure:
1. Don’t:
- take aspirin 10 days prior to having the procedure
2. Do:
- take other prescribed medications unless instructed otherwise
- wear tight underwear, or an athletic support after the procedure
- shave over the scrotum the morning of the procedure using a safety razor
What to expect following the procedure:
In the first day, you will be resting mostly, with only light activity at home. By the second day, you may resume normal daily activities, but with the following exceptions:
- no heavy lifting for one week
- no contact sports or heavy aerobic exercise for one week
- no sexual intercourse for one week